Podcast
Better News Podcast
Hosted by Ricky Alcantar - Cross of Grace Church · EN
The gospel is always better news than you think. The gospel is God’s power to save, restore, encourage, and shape us. This weekday podcast features messages from Ricky Alcantar at Cross of Grace Church in El Paso, TX.
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Grace For All - What's Love Got To Do With It, Part 2
Yesterday00:26:00Tap to summarizeDo you feel lost or uncertain in life? Are you struggling to find direction and purpose? In a constantly evolving and complex world it can be easy to feel overwhelmed and unsure where to turn but in today's message Pastor Ricky shares how if you truly love the Lord, you'll follow Him. When you truly love the Lord and obey Him you open yourself to a life of purpose, meaning, and fulfillment. You find direction and clarity in your decision making and you become more resilient in the face of adversity. "Mighty Fortress" by Sovereign Grace Music, used with permission.
Transcribe →Grace For All - What's Love Got To Do With It, Part 1
4d ago00:26:00Tap to summarizeIn a world that's constantly changing, it can be difficult to find your way. With so many conflicting messages and values, it's easy to feel lost and unsure of what direction to take. But in today's message, Pastor Ricky shares how the Bible is the perfect source of wisdom and guidance. It's timeless truths and powerful messages are just as relevant today as they were when they were first written. If you're looking for practical advice on how to live a fulfilling life, the Bible has something to offer. "Mighty Fortress" by Sovereign Grace Music, used with permission.
Transcribe →Grace For All - I Want to Know What Love Is, Part 2
5d ago00:26:00Tap to summarizeAre you ready to make a difference in the world? As Christians, we're called to be the example of the love of God. So how can you possibly imitate the love of someone who loves you eternally? In today's message, Pastor Ricky shares about how Christians are called to be an example of the love of Christ. You'll learn how Christ loved by reading the Bible. You’ll learn about the life of Jesus and how He unconditionally loved everyone. The Lord’s love is the reason that you're here so share it with others. "Mighty Fortress" by Sovereign Grace Music, used with permission.
Transcribe →Grace For All - I Want to Know What Love Is, Part 1
6d ago00:26:00Tap to summarizeAre you tired of living in a world that's filled with hate, bitterness, and division? In today's message, Pastor Ricky talks about how Christians are called to walk in the love of Christ. What does it mean to walk in love? It means being kind, forgiving, and patient even when it's difficult. It means extending grace to others just as Christ did for you. It means choosing love over hate and choosing to see the best in others, even when they fall short. When you share the love of God, you give light to others. "Mighty Fortress" by Sovereign Grace Music, used with permission.
Transcribe →Grace For All - New Year, New You, Part 2
1w ago00:26:00Tap to summarizeNormal isn't the word you use to describe a Christian’s life. Oftentimes it's anything but that. But no matter what, it's always the best life - a life with the Holy Spirit giving you strength when you're weak or exhausted, hope when you're lost, peace when you're anxious, and the power to do whatever it is that God calls you to do. Pastor Ricky is going to remind us today that even though it's not always guaranteed to be easy, a life with God at the center is the most fulfilling and most blessed. "Mighty Fortress" by Sovereign Grace Music, used with permission.
Transcribe →Grace For All - New Year, New You, Part 1
1w ago00:26:00Tap to summarizeHave you noticed the ads that surround the end of the year that target New Year's resolutions? No other time of year sees more failed plans and trends than just a couple short months after that. But as Pastor Ricky is going to point out today, when your life is changed and set to a new trajectory in Christ you have a strength to draw from. When it's hard to stay faithful to Him, you can find it and be renewed in the Holy Spirit. Through Him you can find courage, strength, and power to live out your faith. "Mighty Fortress" by Sovereign Grace Music, used with permission.
Transcribe →Grace For All - Stop Vandalizing Art, Part 2
2w ago00:26:00Tap to summarizeIf you're a believer and people around you know that you follow Jesus, how do they know? Jesus said that people would know His disciples by their love for one another and people should. Is that what they see when they see you? Pastor Ricky is going to encourage fellowship with other believers and to mutually build each other up in your walks with Christ. If you're made to live like Jesus, then you're to love everyone. He had compassion on all the hurting people around Him and that's what your life should look like too. "Mighty Fortress" by Sovereign Grace Music, used with permission.
Transcribe →Grace For All - Stop Vandalizing Art, Part 1
2w ago00:26:00Tap to summarizeIn so many ways Jesus was the perfect example of what a Christian’s life should look like. He was compassionate on the people that He met, He took time to be alone with God and as Pastor Ricky is going to show us today, He's gentle and loving to us. Even though He's all-powerful and has no limits, He exercised strength and authority when needed but also temperance and gentleness when needed. As followers of Jesus, that's what our life should look like. "Mighty Fortress" by Sovereign Grace Music, used with permission.
Transcribe →Grace For All - The Glorious Music of Gospel Centrality, Part 2
2w ago00:26:00Tap to summarizeGod has amazing plans for the Christians that follow his Word and live a life that's different from the world. While it's not guaranteed to be easy, you are guaranteed to have your needs met. God won't abandon or forsake you. Today Pastor Ricky is going to encourage you to remember Jesus’ sacrifice for you and that you're meant to not just accept God's gift of salvation and then forget about it but to go out and live like you've been changed, to live like Jesus and to point other people to Him through how you live. "Mighty Fortress" by Sovereign Grace Music, used with permission.
Transcribe →Grace For All - The Glorious Music of Gospel Centrality, Part 1
2w ago00:26:00Tap to summarizeNobody deserves salvation. Everyone has sinned and we've all done evil in the sight of God. We don't deserve to spend eternity with Him after going against His will. However, as Pastor Ricky is going to show us today, God still accepts us. We'll see the main message of the Bible is that Jesus came to save you and me from our sins and we have a purpose to live out once we come to know Him as our personal Savior. Everything in the scriptures points towards Jesus and what He did for you and me. "Mighty Fortress" by Sovereign Grace Music, used with permission.
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